The people who make up the UT Institute of Agriculture are the driving force behind the Real. Life. Solutions. we create and deliver. Learn more about some of our faculty, staff, students, and alumni whose work sets them apart.
Faculty
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Sindhu Jagadamma
Associate professor of soil science cultivates healthier soils and future scientists through research and mentorship
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Tena Ursini
Clinical assistant professor empowers horses to reach peak performance through innovative rehabilitation at UTCVM
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Allan Houston
Research professor in the UT School of Natural Resources drives decades of impactful work in natural resource management and conservation at the Ames AgResearch and Education Center
Staff
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Lee Rumble
UT Extension Knox County Agriculture and Natural Resources agent champions tree care through hands-on arboriculture education and community outreach
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Audrey Fulton
UT Extension Humphreys County 4-H Youth Development agent cultivates skills and confidence in the next generation
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James Newburn
Managing Director Nurtures the Growth of Plants and Future Horticulture Professionals at UT Gardens, Knoxville
Students
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Claire Cooke
Entomology and Plant Pathology PhD student finds community and purpose through fieldwork and fellowship at the West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center
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Anna Zoretic
Herbert student finds her calling in agricultural communications and marketing strategy
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Asher Talbot
Construction science student and National Guard member builds his future at Herbert
Alumni
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Marisa Shulman
UTCVM alumna (’09) serves Tennessee’s veterinarians and advances the profession as president of the Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association
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Stacy Clark
Forestry alumna (’96, ’99) advances hardwood forest conservation through research with the USDA Forest Service
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Joe Lowe
Agricultural and resource economics alumnus (’13) manages a thriving family cattle operation while balancing innovation, economics, and industry leadership
